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LAPD's Flock Safety Relationship Under Scrutiny

Police oversight body demands details on data storage and sharing with federal authorities.

Metro Reports Decrease in Crime for Second Straight Year

Violent crime on LA's bus and rail system down 6.7% in 2025 as customer satisfaction with safety reaches record highs.

Police Kill Suspected Gunman in Pasadena Shootout

1 officer, 1 victim wounded in exchange of gunfire

Surveillance company Flock generates controversy — and a roster of L.A. clients

Other cities have ended their relationships with Flock Safety over its ties to the federal government and concerns about cybersecurity and privacy, but connections in the L.A. area endure.

LAFD Officials Pass the Buck on Lachman Fire Decisions

Sworn testimony raises questions about why concerns over hot spots and weather conditions were not addressed before the Palisades fire erupted

Lawsuit Alleges LAPD 'Less-Lethal' Tactics Blinded Competitive Gamer

Federal civil rights lawsuit claims police fired projectiles into peaceful Dodgers celebration, permanently injuring 22-year-old student.

Man arrested for allegedly flashing laser at LA Sheriff's helicopter

The 40-year-old suspect was found with a green laser light and booked on felony charges.

911 System Down Overnight in L.A. County Sheriff's Areas

Outage affected Vesta System, a third-party 911 call platform, before being restored Friday morning.

911 Outage Disrupts Emergency Calls Across Los Angeles

Callers forced to text 911 or call police stations directly during system failure

Silver Alert Issued for Missing 81-Year-Old Man in Sherman Oaks

Wigneswaran Kandavel was last seen driving a black Maserati Ghibli on Friday morning.

Lawsuit against L.A. County deputies involved in bar fight dismissed

Judge rules Seitz failed to show deputies violated his civil rights in Santa Clarita incident

Burbank Police Arrest Parolee, Juvenile for Separate Incidents

Parolee charged with assaulting officers, juvenile accused of hate-motivated graffiti

LA County 911 System Down, Calls Rerouted to Sheriff's Stations

Outage disrupts emergency response services across the county

Two LA Protesters Convicted of Stalking ICE Agent

Case tests limits of protests against Trump immigration policies

Federal Agents Surround Los Angeles Family's Car

Incident leaves 6-year-old son shaken and parents questioning agents' actions

Manhunt Underway for Escaped Inmate in Torrance, California

Police search for felony suspect who fled custody during medical treatment at local hospital

Irvine Police Warn Teens Against Using Realistic Toy Guns for 'Senior Assassin' Game

Authorities urge parents to talk to their kids about the dangers of using realistic-looking water guns and gel blasters for the popular year-end tradition.

Pursuit Suspect Crashes into LAPD Car in Hollywood

The suspect was hospitalized after running into a police vehicle while fleeing from officers.

LA Schools Superintendent's Home Searched by Law Enforcement

Alberto Carvalho, head of the nation's second-largest school district, under investigation

3 Fugitives Wanted in California Crimes Arrested in Tijuana

Suspects include a man wanted for a deadly shooting, a teen accused of homicide, and a robbery suspect

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